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Newspaper
Denton Journal
Location
Denton, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1911
Page
2
Howard Melvin Benj H Johnson Melvin and Johnson publishers issue a Denton Journal page 2 dated Saturday morning August 12 1911 featuring local notices and community items from Denton.
The piece criticizes Baltimore Republican papers for pretending independence while backing their party, notes Democratic candidates and upcoming speeches in Denton, and discusses Governor Crothers, Senator Gorman, and Governor Lee. It covers forthcoming campaigns, the Lincoln memorial proposal, and cotton crop gains, predicting a lively Maryland election season with expected Democratic wins.
Governor Crothers spoke at the Executive Mansion in Annapolis and withdrew from his bid for renomination, endorsing Senator Lee for Governor. He urged Democrats to unite, praised last legislature acts, and stressed public trust, Sacrifices, economy, and expanding production as keys to victory, then pledged support for Montgomery County's candidate.
State political notes relay how Maryland voters and party factions split on Governor Crothers withdrawal. Lee Gorman and Goldsborough are cited across counties Annapolis Prince George specifics. Harrington seeks Comptroller nomination while Soper and Evans run as Republicans and Democrats. Salisbury reports indicate Gorman’s strong Salisbury support and Hebron rally reception.
National matters loom as Taft faces tariff veto threats amid a White House push to maintain the Payne Aldrich protection wall. The piece lists Cabinet and family allies seen as pro big business, cites geologic findings on Alaska land, and notes reforms in the House aimed at Payne Aldrich revision.
Jeremiah faced rulers who forbade preaching so Baruch wrote a scroll read from a temple balcony. King Jehoiakim burned the roll after reading columns, but God preserved Jeremiah's message and a second roll expanded the prophecies. The piece argues that bans on reading the Bible fuel its spread rather than its destruction.
Local inventor offers a secret method to produce fog on demand claiming it could rival the Hague Tribunal in effect. Originated in agriculture to shield crops from sun and provide moisture, but the moisture in fogs is deemed of little value.
Senator Blair Lee and Governor Austin Crothers with Hon. William L. Marbury will speak to voters at the Court House in Denton Caroline County on a date to be announced. The event aims to discuss state leadership and upcoming electoral choices. The notice invites residents to attend and hear the candidates’ platform positions.
The agenda notes the meeting will begin at two oclock Tuesday afternoon. Officials prepare to discuss routine items and public concerns during the session.
The article notes the strategic value of fogs as a defense and the potential for land and sea battles to be affected. It cites that about 300,000 Americans travel abroad yearly, spending around 3200,009,000 on transportation, hotels, rail, and entertainment. It promotes Baltimore hosting the See America First convention in May to showcase U S beauty and aid travelers in making comparisons.
An advertisement from CHAS E ANDREAS states he is withdrawing as a candidate for the House of Delegates to promote party harmony. He thanks voters for support and offers to serve the party in another capacity if the majority desires.
G U Wilson and G Lawrence Wilson announce candidacies for the Democratic nomination for the House of Delegates. They solicit Democratic support ahead of the August 20 primary, with notices from Thllsboro Maryland and August 10.
W Brewster Deen of Denton announces his candidacy on the Democratic primary ticket for State's Attorney. He pledges faithful stewardship, impartial enforcement of law, and a good account to the citizens if elected in November.
Isaac T. Fleetwood announces candidacy for renomination for the Orphans' Court judge position. He seeks the party’s support at the August 20 primary, pledging knowledge of procedure, experience, and diligent, courteous handling of all matters before the court.
Arthur T L Hand y declares candidacy for Caroline County Commissioner with a pledge to serve without fear or partiality. Federalsburg June 20 1901.
Edward W. Liden announces candidacy for re nomination as Judge of the Orphans Court. He notes his past term, experience, and commitment to efficient service, asking Democratic voters for support in the upcoming primary election.
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